PRN Hematology Laboratory Assistant

Start your career with one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest independent clinical and anatomic laboratories. As a Laboratory Assistant, you’ll gain hands-on experience, work alongside skilled professionals, and take your first step toward a rewarding, purpose-driven career in diagnostic services. This is a PRN position, working in our Hematology department.

What You’ll Do

• Support Lab Operations: Assist Medical Technologists (MTs) and Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) with a range of laboratory procedures.


• Operate Equipment: Use automated instruments, electronic systems, and precision tools; provide basic troubleshooting as needed.


• Ensure Quality: Participate in proficiency testing and quality assurance initiatives.


• Administrative Tasks: Maintain accurate documentation, answer phones professionally, and ensure compliance with HIPAA guidelines.


• Safety First: Follow established safety and infection control protocols.


• Adapt and Grow: Take on new duties as operational needs evolve and gain valuable experience for future advancement.

Who You Are

• Dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to accuracy.


• Skilled in multitasking and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.


• A strong team player who thrives in a collaborative setting.


• Eager to learn new technology and laboratory processes.


• Familiar with patient confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.


• Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle lab instruments and computer systems.


• Lifting: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.


• Vision & Hearing: Ability to read and interpret data, identify specimens, and communicate clearly in person and by phone.


• Flexibility: Ability to bend, stoop, and reach to access equipment or supplies.


• Attention to Detail: Sustained concentration for accurate specimen handling and testing.

OSHA Category: This position involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues. Employees performing these duties are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis-B vaccination series.